Education Policy Popluar Programs - C-SPAN Video LibraryThe most popular programs for the Education Policy Taghttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=856
en-USCopyright 2015, National Cable Satellite Corporationinfo@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTSun, 02 Aug 2015 22:57:21 GMTHigh School U.S. Government ExamHigh school government teachers Andrew Conneen and Daniel Larsen talked about the Advanced Placement Government Exam that was to be administered the following week. They discussed the exam, previewed sample questions, and what students should be studying, and they responded to telephone calls and electronic mail from high school students. One student won a pocket copy of the Constitution signed by Justice Breyer for correctly answering a constitutional question.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299380-5
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299380-5Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTHigh School U.S. Government ExamHigh school government teachers Andrew Conneen and Daniel Larsen talked about the Advanced Placement Government Exam that was to be administered the following week. They discussed the exam, previewed sample questions, and what students should be studying, and they responded to telephone calls and electronic communications from high school students.
A video clip was shown of Senator Tom Coburn (R-OK) speaking on March 14, 2012, about the relationship of the Senate to the other branches of government.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305983-5
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305983-5Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTGreat Books of the Western WorldPhilosopher Mortimer Adler talked about the history and significance of the Great Books of the Western World college courses and adult education programs. He said that in 1921 John Erskine introduced the first Great Books course at Columbia University. Later Professor Adler introduced the Great Books to University of Chicago Law School President Robert Maynard Hutchins, and they taught the Great Books course together. Other topics included the criticism of the Great Books programs, beginning in 1988, as too Eurocentric and lacking women and minority authors. After his presentation Professor Adler answered audience members' questions.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15474-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15474-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTReagan Address to Jr. High School StudentsPresident Reagan marked the beginning of American Education Week and spoke to school students in the East Room of the White House. He talked about the foundations of American government, the values of democracy, and the regard for the United States held by other countries. He also answered questions from the students.
The event was telecast in several classrooms throughout the country.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5064-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5064-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTHigh School U.S. Government ExamAndrew Conneen and Daniel Larsen, teachers at Adlai E. Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire, Illinois, talked about the Advanced Placement Government Exam for high school students, and they responded to telephone calls and electronic mail from high school students. The teachers discussed preparation for the exam and previewed sample questions. Clips were shown of Chief Justice John Roberts, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and former Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush.
Rita Stanley, a teacher at the Episcopal School of Texas in San Antonio, spoke by phone on what her students are doing to prepare for the exam, and she responded to one student phone call.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285657-6
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285657-6Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTHigh School U.S. Government ExamAndrew Conneen and Daniel Larsen, teachers from Adlai E. Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire, Illinois, talked with high school student callers only who are preparing for the Advanced Placement Government Exam. They talked about the exam and previewed sample questions from the test. They also responded to electronic communications from students.
http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293279-7
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293279-7Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTHigh School U.S. Government ExamHigh school government teachers Andrew Conneen and Daniel Larsen talked about the Advanced Placement Government Exam that was to be administered the following week.*They discussed the content and structure of the exam and previewed sample questions and what students should be studying. They responded to telephone calls and electronic communications from high school students.
A video clip from June 7, 2012, was shown of Senator Kyl (R-AZ) speaking on the Senate floor about judicial review and Representative McKeon (R-CA) speaking on the House floor on July 18, 2012, about conference committees.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312690-5
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312690-5Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTRep. Ron Paul on Careers in PoliticsAs part of a project sponsored by C-SPAN and Comcast Cable to encourage dialog between students and national figures, Representative Ron Paul talked to students at Ballou High School in Washington, D.C. Topics included the beginnings of his political career, the Constitution, and monetary policy. Following his remarks he answered questions from the students.
Rep. Ron Paul is a Republican congressman from Texas. He was first elected in 1975 and retired from office in 1985. He returned to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1997.
Rep. Paul has twice run for president. He most recently ran for the Republican nomination in 2008. In 1988, he was the Libertarian Party candidate.
He started his professional career as a flight surgeon in the U.S. Air Force, and later moved into the private sector as an obstetrician and gynecologist. He has delivered over 4000 babies in that capacity.
Rep. Paul graduated from Gettysburg College and the Duke University School of Medicine. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286312-2
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286312-2Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTPresidential National Address to StudentsPresident Obama addressed students at Wakefield High School in Arlington, Virginia, on the importance of taking responsibility for their success in school. He spoke of difficulties in his own childhood, and recounted the stories of those who overcame hardships and rejections yet still graduated from high school or college, or became physicians, authors, or professional athletes. In his remarks he said, "We can have the most dedicated teachers, the most supportive parents, and the best schools in the world - and none of it will matter unless all of you fulfill your responsibilities. Unless you show up to those schools; pay attention to those teachers; listen to your parents, grandparents and other adults; and put in the hard work it takes to succeed."
Prior to the speech, a debate ensued from some who believed the president should not speak to elementary, middle, and high school students in a national address. In previous years, Presidents Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush also spoke to students in addresses that were shown to students around the country.
http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288771-2
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288771-2Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTNRA Response to Connecticut School ShootingsWayne LaPierre spoke about the National Rifle Association's reaction to the elementary school shooting in Newtown, Connecticut. In his remarks he called for congressional action to fund armed law enforcement officers in all public schools, and criticized the nation's entertainment industry for creating a culture of violence. His remarks were interrupted by protestors favoring gun control policies. He did not answer questions despite the event's billing as a news conference.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310072-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310072-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTGeorge H. W. Bush Address to Jr. High School StudentsPresident Bush addressed the nation's schoolchildren in an address to students at Alice Deal Junior High School in Washington, DC, which was videotaped for broadcast to students around the country. In his remarks, the president discussed the America 2000 education initiatives and urged the schoolchildren to remain in school.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/21790-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/21790-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTU.S.-Africa Leaders Summit Spousal Program, Part 4Reeta Roy talked about educational programs for girls in Africa.
The Office of the First Lady, the George W. Bush Institute, and the U.S. Department of State hosted, "Investing in Our Future at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit," a day-long "Spousal Program" at the Kennedy Center for Performing Arts highlighting the role first spouses play and focused on the impact of investments in education, health, and public-private partnerships. It was part of the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit held in Washington from August 4-6, 2014, to strengthen ties between U.S. and African leaders. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/320904-101
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/320904-101Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTBullying and Safe SchoolsMembers of the National Association to Advance Fat Acceptance held a news conference to call for changes to the Safe Schools Improvement Act of 2010, which did not prohibit bullying based on weight, height or physical appearance. They criticized First Lady Michelle Obama's "Let's Move" campaign, saying it wrongly focuses on body size instead of the overall health of children. They also responded to questions from reporters in the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300950-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300950-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTElementary School Shooting in ConnecticutPresident Obama spoke about the shooting at a Newtown, Connecticut elementary school that killed at least 26 children and adults. President Obama, pausing at times to steady his voice, said, "Our hearts are broken today," and "We've endured too many of these tragedies in the past few years, and each time I hear the news I react not as a president but as anyone else would, as a parent." He offered condolences to survivors and the families of the victims, and quoted from Scripture to "heal the broken-hearted and bind up their wounds."http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309954-2
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309954-2Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTEducation Secretary Remarks on Anti-Bullying EffortsArne Duncan addressed the Department of Education's first summit on efforts to prevent bullying in public schools. He talked about ways to end bullying and creating a national strategy to help local communities address the problem. After his speech, he took questions from the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295011-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295011-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTPresident Obama at Newtown, Connecticut Prayer VigilPresident Obama spoke at an interfaith vigil for families of the victims of the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. The shooting claimed 26 victims, including 20 children aged six and seven. In his remarks to local citizens at Sandy Point High School, President Obama read aloud the names of the victims, called on the nation to do more to prevent gun violence, and pledged the full power of the presidency in addressing the issue. During portions of the remarks muffled reaction from families in the auditorium could be heard.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309977-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309977-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTSchool Emergency PlansFrancisco Negron talked about the status of schools' emergency plans around the country, and he responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. He also outlined the resources available to school boards on the state and federal level plus, and issues such as allowing the arming of select teachers or staff within a school.
Nancy Calo read news headlines from C-SPAN Radio at the end of the program.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310024-6
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310024-6Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTFederal and State Education SpendingLily Eskelsen talked about the effects of budgetary cutbacks on teachers and students as well as the impact of union negotiations on the education system. She responded to telephone calls and electronic communications.
C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298366-5
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298366-5Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTHigh School U.S. Government ExamHigh school government teachers Andrew Conneen and Daniel Larsen talked about the Advanced Placement Government Exam that was to be administered the following week. They discussed the content and structure of the exam and previewed sample questions and what students should be studying. They responded to telephone calls and electronic communications from high school students.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/319222-7
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/319222-7Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTVice President Biden Remarks on EducationVice President Biden talked at the National Education Association conference about the importance of education and teachers. In his speech he criticized Mitt Romney and other Republicans for their education policies.
Jill Biden, who introduced the vice president, talked about her career in community college instruction and the Obama administration's education efforts.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306897-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306897-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTBullying Prevention Summit, Day 1, Katie O'MalleyMaryland First Lady Katie O'Malley spoke about bullying in schools and various prevention programs. In her remarks she talked about the state's anti-bullying initiative, and spoke about the challenges for youth coming out as gay.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307455-3
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307455-3Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTYoung Adults' Job Skills and the Modern WorkplaceAnthony Carnevale talked about an Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development study on literacy and basic math skills among adults 16-25 in 23 countries, and he responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. According to the results, U.S. workers are falling behind other developed countries in skills that are needed in the modern workplace. Mr. Carnavale said that while in the past generally only upper management needed critical thinking, problem-solving, and other higher level skills, the modern economy requires these skills from most workers.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/315646-5
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/315646-5Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTSecretary Arne Duncan on Educational PrioritiesEducation Secretary Arne Duncan outlined the Obama administration's education priorities. Topics included early childhood education, college affordability, and the possibility of a a government shutdown. Following his remarks, he answered written questions from audience members.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/315300-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/315300-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT$100 Billion for Education in Stimulus BillAlyson Klein talked about about the $100 billion for education in the stimulus bill, including the appropriation of the money, how it can be used, and reaction in the educational community to items that were removed from the bill. Ms. Klein responded to telephone calls and electronic mail.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284093-3
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284093-3Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTAfter Words with Alain de BottonMr. de Botton, an atheist, argues that rather than mocking religion, atheists and agnostics should steal the best ideas from world religions, such asthe methods for building strong communities, overcoming envy, and forging a connection to the natural world. The philosopher essayist discussed his concepts with former seminarian and author Chris Hedges.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304544-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304544-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTHigh School U.S. Government ExamHigh school government teachers Andrew Conneen and Daniel Larsen talked about the Advanced Placement Government Exam that was to be administered the following week. They discussed the content and structure of the exam and previewed sample questions and what students should be studying. They responded to telephone calls and electronic communications from high school students.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/325685-5
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/325685-5Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTRedefining U.S. CitizenshipJournalists and advocates talked about evolving definition of U.S. citizenship, as well as civic and political engagement. Among the issues they addressed were immigration reform, opportunities for service and volunteer work, self-government, and the relationship between government and citizens. They responded to questions from the audience.
This forum was part of the ninth annual Aspen Ideas Festival.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/313550-3
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/313550-3Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTQ&A with Robert ComptonRobert Compton talked about his documentary [Two Million Minutes: A Global Examination], which compares and contrasts the education experiences of six students; two from each of the countries of India, China, and the United States. Video clips were shown as he talked about the statistics on the amount of time spent in the classroom, the influence of the students' parents on their decisions to pursue a certain career, and the degree to which those choices impact their free time during their high school years. Two million minutes is roughly four years, the amount of time high school students have to prepare for higher education and their careers. Mr. Compton talked about the importance of education to competing in the new global economy and that people in other countries took it much more seriously. He said that although many middle and high schools were using his video, schools of education had rejected any need to learn about the educational systems in competing countries.
Venture capitalist Robert Compton's travels to India in 2005 and 2006 laid the groundwork for his decisions to author a blog, publish a book called [Blogging Through India], and produce the documentary.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204250-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204250-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTPresidential Back-to-School AddressPresident Obama made his second annual back-to-school address to students at Julia R. Masterman Laboratory and Demonstration School.
In the speech President Obama acknowledged the tough times families face but urged students to "dream big," "work hard," and "stay focused on education."http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295452-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295452-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTBook Discussion on [On Purpose: How Great School Cultures Form Strong Character]Samuel Casey Carter talked about his new book on education, [On Purpose: How Great School Cultures Form Strong Character], and ways to improve the U.S. education system. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications.
A short clip from [Newsmakers] with Norm Coleman was shown at the end of the program.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296761-4
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296761-4Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTStudentCam Winners RoundtableC-SPAN Classroom's StudentCam video documentary contest is an annual national competition in which middle and high school students produce a documentary on a specific theme. In the 2014 contest, "A Message to the U.S. Congress," participants were asked, "What's the most important issue Congress should consider in 2014?" Out of more than 2,300 videos submitted, five videos and the 13 students who produced them earned top honors. Five of those students came to Washington, D.C.. where they discussed their winning entries and the topics they chose. Their videos were shown.
Emma Larson represented the grand prize-winning team. Shelly Ortiz represented the first prize-winning high school west division team. Andrew Demeter was the first prize-winner for the high school central division. Donald De Alwis represented the first prize-winning high school east division team. Peter Jasperse represented the first prize-winning middle school team.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/319073-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/319073-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTBook Discussion on [America the Beautiful]Ben Carson presented his thoughts on America's current social and political landscape. He examined the similarities between empires that declined and the United States and posited what should be done to deter America from following the same path. Dr. Carson talked about his personal formula for success and the philosophy that helped him overcome his obstacles. The title of his talk was "Think Big," which he used as a mnemonic device for his formula for a successful life based on those letters. He also responded to questions from members of the audience.
This Frank A. Nix Lecture on Ethical Leadership was the keynote speech for the 18th Annual Blackburn Institute Winter Symposium, held at the Birmingham Sheraton Hotel.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305144-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305144-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTWashington Saturday JournalCurrent news events and political issues were examine through reviews of the morning newspapers; interviews with journalists, newsmakers and legislators; and viewer telephone call, faxes and electronic mail. In the first segment, Ms. O'Donnell and Ms. Olanoff debated the constitutionality and necessity of publicly funded single sex schools. In the newspaper roundtable, Mr. Dettmer and Mr. Georges talked about current news topics, including Shannon Faulkner's quitting the Citadel after less than a week.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/66724-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/66724-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTEvolution Versus Creationism DebateThe Creation Museum hosted a debate on evolution versus creationism between scientist Bill Nye ("The Science Guy") and the founder of the Creation Museum, Ken Ham. CNN correspondent Tom Foreman moderated the debate on the question, "Is creation a viable model of origins in today's modern scientific era?" The debaters used audio/visual materials during their presentations.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/317578-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/317578-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTAfter Words with Steven BrillThe founder of [The American Lawyer] magazine and Court TV tells the story of a coalition of unlikely allies in the fight to change a school system that many parents believe is failing the nation's children. He debated education solutions with former Assistant Secretary of Education Diane Ravitch.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300570-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300570-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTWeekly Presidential AddressPresident Obama delivered his weekly address and talked about the education plan for elementary and secondary schools he will submit next week. This plan will replace the No Child Left Behind Law.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292516-101
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292516-101Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTEducation BillMembers met to resolve differences and finalize an education bill to be sent to the president. The legislation would authorize $26.5 billion for public primary and secondary education, require reading and math tests, allow parents to move children out of poor performing schools, and allow states to intervene in schools that do not meet minimum standards.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167771-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167771-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTBook Discussion on [Lies My Teacher Told Me]Professor Loewen described how his recent book, [Lies My Teacher Told Me: Everything Your American History Textbook Got Wrong], published by The New Press, resulted from two years of research at the Smithsonian Institution studying twelve popular high school history textbooks. It focuses on how these books omit certain events and gloss over others to mythologize American history. He points out that this homogenization alienates minorities and others by making history extremely uninteresting. In addition to criticism, he also provides remedies to make textbooks and teaching methods more useful and appealing to students.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/63448-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/63448-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTNewsmakers with Randi WeingartenRandi Weingarten talked about key issues in education. Her American Federation of Teachers organization is one of the nation's largest teachers unions. Topics included the common core standards initiative that outlines what kindergarten through 12th grade students should know in English and math, the Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) test, standardized testing, and other issues. The 2012 PISA test results showed American students below average in math compared with other nations. After the interview, the reporters in the studio discussed her responses with the host.
Ms. Weingarten participated by video link from New York City.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/316880-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/316880-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTBook Discussion on [Warriors Don't Cry]Ms. Beals discussed her book, [Warriors Don't Cry], which details her experiences as part of the first integrated class of Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas. The author recalls how she and eight other black teenagers integrated the school as a result of the [Brown v. Board of Education] segregation case decision. President Eisenhower had to enforce integration in the school with National Guard troops in September 1957.
http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/61780-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/61780-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTThe Role of the Social WorkerSteve Perry delivered an address on the power of social workers to effect change and improve lives in minority and impoverished communities. Topics included improving the interactions between social workers and the educational system.
"Illiteracy and Social Ills in America" was a keynote address at the annual social workers conference of the Whitney M. Young, Jr. School of Social Work at Clark Atlanta University.
Some language may not be suitable for all people.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/320179-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/320179-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTPresidential Back-to-School Address President Obama made his third annual back-to-school speech at Benjamin Banneker Academic High School. In his remarks he told students he was trying to upgrade school buildings and fortify the ranks of classroom teachers as part of his plan for the economy. He also told students to shoot for excellent grades and to engage in innovative thinking.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301799-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301799-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTSecretary Arne Duncan on Education ReformSecretary Arne Duncan talked about the achievements of the Obama administration and his department in kindergarten through twelfth grade education during the preceding four years. He also noted that college enrollment and completion had risen, and nearly 10 million students were attending college with Pell grants, up from 6 million. Following his prepared remarks, he answered written questions submitted by audience members.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308523-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308523-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTPresident Obama Remarks at Benedict CollegePresident Obama delivered remarks about education and the economy at a town hall event at Benedict College in South Carolina. He also responded to questions from students about education, leadership, and the economy. This was President Obama's first trip to South Carolina since winning the state's Democratic primary race in 2008.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/324684-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/324684-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTIn Depth with Ben CarsonDr. Benjamin Carson talked about his life and career. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. The recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom rose from poverty to the top of the medical field as the former director of pediatric neurosurgery at the Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions and professor emeritus of neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins University. Topics included the new health care laws and the current political situation. He reacted to a video clip of his remarks about taxes at the February 7, 2013, National Prayer Breakfast. A video clip was shown of him in his home near Baltimore, talking about how he writes.
Dr. Carson is the author of five non-fiction books: [Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story]; [Think Big: Unleashing Your Potential for Excellence]; [The Big Picture]; [Take The Risk: Learning to Identify, Choose and Live with Acceptable Risk]; and [America the Beautiful: Rediscovering What Made This Nation Great].http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/313840-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/313840-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTCommon Core Standards InitiativeMichael Petrilli talked about the Common Core Standards Initiative. He explained their role in overall U.S. education policy and the ongoing debate over the adoption of the standards in states.
C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the conclusion of the program.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/319005-4
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/319005-4Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTThe San Andreas Fault in the Modern MindMr. Percy examines the importance of language and ideas in a speech titled "The Fateful Rift: The San Andreas Fault in the Modern Mind". He is the author of [Lost in the Cosmos].http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/7788-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/7788-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTFederal Policy on BullyingFrancisco Negron talked about the federal laws that deal with the issue of bullying at schools. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications.
http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298475-7
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298475-7Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTEducation InitiativesPresident Obama talked about education at an event for the America's Promise Alliance. He announced $900 million in grants for schools and school districts. Citing a Rhode Island school that had fired all teachers, he said he favored federal rewards for local school districts that fire underperforming teachers and close failing schools, noting that educators needed to be held accountable when they failed to fix chronically troubled classrooms and curb the student dropout rate.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292311-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292311-1Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTBook Discussion on [Weapons of Mass Instruction]John Taylor Gatto talked about his book [Weapons of Mass Instruction: A Schoolteacher's Journey Through the Dark World of Compulsory Schooling] (New Society Publishers; October 1, 2008). In the book he discusses compulsory schooling that he says cripples the imagination and discourages critical thinking. He also argues that spending a fortune on college tuition doesn't necessarily lead to acquiring an education. He responded to questions from audience members.
This program of the Free State Project's 2009 New Hampshire Liberty Forum was held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 7, 2009,
John Gatto was a teacher in New York Public Schools for almost three decades. He was named New York City Teacher of the Year three times, and in 1991, New York State Teacher of the Year. He is the author of [Dumbing Us Down: The Hidden Curriculum of Compulsory Schooling]; [The Exhausted School: The First National Grassroots Speakout on the Right to School Choice]; and [The Underground History of American Education: A Schoolteacher's Intimate Investigation into the Problem of Modern Schooling]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284691-2
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284691-2Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT